economist
I ask thought-provoking questions about your favorite projects and founders.
39,196
Followers
2,907
Following
155
Tweets
463
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @economist's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Mid-Tier (10K+)
- Account Age:2010-05-08
- Verification:No
- Location:Not specified
Data Summary
- Followers Analyzed:39,416
- Following Analyzed:2,763
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Audience Demographics
Based on 39,416 followersThe audience likely consists of individuals interested in startups, innovation, and business projects. They may be founders, investors, or enthusiasts looking for insightful conversations.
Good
Audience Quality
17.8%
Suspicion Index
12.1%
Low-Quality %
339
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
19.3%
Empty Bio
8.7%
<10 Tweets
34.5%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
24.6%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
67.8%
No URL
4.8%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
147,161,744
Total Potential Reach
339
Median Follower Reach
1,305
75th Percentile Reach
29.8%
>1K followers
4.1%
>10K followers
0.8%
>50K followers
0.4%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
75.0%
Creators
29,580 accounts
16.2%
Consumers
6,398 accounts
8.7%
Dormant
3,438 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
3,981
Verified Followers
10.1% of total
1,401
Protected Accounts
3.55% of total
5 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,161,742 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @DONJAZZY | 7,762,204 | Music Producer | Music, Mavin, Activated |
| @CryptoXMessi | 4,363,626 | TV Host | Crypto, Altcoin, NFT |
| @DrakeBell | 4,272,530 | Musician | Music, NFTs, Crypto |
| @DezBryant | 3,457,191 | Athlete | Athlete, Founder, #ThrowUpTheX |
| @selcukerdem | 3,396,026 | Cartoonist | Cartooning, NFTs, Art |
| @garyvee | 3,125,373 | Entrepreneur | Family, CEO, Investor |
| @darrenrovell | 1,981,157 | Sports Reporter | Sports Betting, Memorabilia, NFTs |
| @SinghLions | 1,320,097 | Restaurateur | Food, Travel, Influencer |
| @NewsHour | 1,193,568 | Journalist | News, TV, Online |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
31,821
Followers With Bio
7,595
Followers Without Bio
80.73%
% With Bio
19.27%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Based on 2,763 accounts followedFollowing Quality Signals
Who this account chooses to follow reveals their information diet and network quality.
45.9%
Verified Accounts
15.7%
High Authority (>50K)
100.0%
Dormant Accounts
5.8%
Low Quality
5,908
Median Reach of Followed Accounts
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85.6%
Individuals
2,365 accounts
8.4%
Brands/Orgs
233 accounts
6.0%
Media/News
165 accounts
Most Influential Accounts They Follow
| Account | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @elonmusk Elon Musk | 155,075,282 | Entrepreneur | Space, Technology, Innovation |
| @KimKardashian Kim Kardashian | 75,121,017 | Entrepreneur | Fragrance, Skims, Beauty |
| @KingJames LeBron James | 52,708,556 | Athlete | Basketball, Family, Philanthropy |
| @jimmyfallon Jimmy Fallon | 50,264,938 | Comedian | Comedy, TV, Music |
| @ChampionsLeague UEFA Champions League | 49,939,848 | Football Organizer | Football, Europe, Youth |
| @NBA NBA | 44,217,491 | Sports Media | Basketball, Sports, Entertainment |
| @EmmaWatson Emma Watson | 27,615,246 | Actress | feminism, activism, sustainability |
| @Eminem Marshall Mathers | 22,198,114 | Rapper | rap, music, Detroit |
| @KDTrey5 Kevin Durant | 20,853,859 | Basketball Player | Basketball, Entrepreneurship, Media |
| @SnoopDogg Snoop Dogg | 20,738,838 | Rapper | music, cannabis, entertainment |
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account may prioritize quality over quantity in its content, focusing on depth rather than virality. It might cater to a specific, knowledgeable audience rather than a broad one. Low engagement could suggest a need for more interactive or shareable content.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 39,196
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @economist reveals an growing Twitter presence with 39,196 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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